California § 565 - No person shall represent by advertisement, circular, or otherwise, or in any man
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 565 — No person shall represent by advertisement, circular, or otherwise, or in any man, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 565. No person shall represent by advertisement, circular, or otherwise, or in any man
No person shall represent by advertisement, circular, or otherwise, or in any manner mislead anyone to believe, that any securities are legal investments for savings banks in this state or conform to the requirements of law relating to such investments, unless those securities are in fact at that time legal investments for such banks or do in fact so conform. Any person violating the provisions of this section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be punishable by a fine of not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000) or by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one year, or by both such fine and imprisonment.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 565
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 565 cover?
Section 565 ("No person shall represent by advertisement, circular, or otherwise, or in any man") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 565?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 565" (California). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of California law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the California official source linked on this page or consult a licensed California attorney.
How does California § 565 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in California can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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